When was The Raid released, and what is its release date in the Philippines?

The Raid was first released on March 22, 2012. A Philippine-specific release date is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026.

Where can I watch The Raid in the Philippines?

Streaming options for the Philippines are not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026. Availability can change, so check this page again later.

Who is in the cast of The Raid?

Iko Uwais stars as Rama. He is joined by Joe Taslim (Jaka), Donny Alamsyah (Andi), Yayan Ruhian (Mad Dog), Pierre Gruno (Wahyu), Ray Sahetapy (Tama), Tegar Satrya (Bowo), Iang Darmawan (Gofar), Eka 'Piranha' Rahmadia (Dagu) and Verdi Solaiman (Budi).

What is the plot of The Raid?

An elite SWAT team raids a Jakarta tenement controlled by a ruthless crime boss. Once the residents learn the police are inside, the team is trapped and must fight its way up through the building.

How long is The Raid, and what language is it in?

The film runs 101 minutes. It is an Indonesian-language production directed and written by Gareth Evans.

The Raid (2012): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch in PH

The Raid plot: what the film is about

The Raid (original Indonesian title: Serbuan Maut) is set in Jakarta and centres on a single, dangerous operation. Before sunrise, an elite police SWAT unit moves into a crumbling high-rise tenement controlled by a ruthless crime boss. For years this tower block has served as a hideout for criminals, and the police have kept their distance.

The squad’s objective sounds straightforward: climb through the building, reach the man running it and bring him in. That plan falls apart once the people inside discover that officers have entered. Their exits are sealed and the building is turned against them. The team is trapped far from its target and has to battle its way up, floor by floor, through the gangsters who answer to the crime lord.

Iko Uwais leads the cast as Rama, one of the officers caught up in the mission. Joe Taslim plays Jaka and Donny Alamsyah plays Andi. Almost all of the story takes place inside one building, and the film uses that confined setting for relentless close-quarters fighting. The tagline sums up the premise: “1 Ruthless Crime Lord, 20 Elite Cops, 30 Floors of Hell.”

The Raid — Mood illustration, not a still from the film — Mood illustration, not a still from the film

The Raid review guide: what makes it notable

Director and writer: Gareth Evans wrote and directed the film.
Cast: Iko Uwais (Rama), Joe Taslim (Jaka), Donny Alamsyah (Andi), Yayan Ruhian (Mad Dog), Pierre Gruno (Wahyu), Ray Sahetapy (Tama), Tegar Satrya (Bowo), Iang Darmawan (Gofar), Eka ‘Piranha’ Rahmadia (Dagu) and Verdi Solaiman (Budi).
Genre: Action, thriller and crime, with martial arts at the centre of the storytelling.
Origin: An Indonesian-language film co-produced by Indonesia, France and the United States. The production companies are PT. Merantau Films, XYZ Films, Celluloid Dreams and Stage 6 Films.
Runtime: 101 minutes.
Setting: A single high-rise tenement in Jakarta, which gives the film its siege-style structure.

If you are looking for a review, the Drama4U Score for The Raid appears separately on this page.

Who will enjoy The Raid

Fans of martial arts and hand-to-hand fight choreography
Viewers who like tense, single-location siege thrillers
Anyone curious about action cinema from Southeast Asia, especially Indonesia
Crime-film fans who enjoy cops-versus-gangsters stories
Viewers comfortable with intense, violent action

Release date in the Philippines & where to watch

The Raid has already been released. Its first release was on March 22, 2012. A specific Philippine release date is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026.

Streaming options for the Philippines are also not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026. Check back here, because availability on local platforms can change. A trailer for the film is available.

Trailer

Cast

Iko Uwaisas RamaSee credits →
Joe Taslimas JakaSee credits →
Donny Alamsyahas AndiSee credits →
Yayan Ruhianas Mad Dog
Pierre Grunoas Wahyu
Ray Sahetapyas Tama
Tegar Satryaas Bowo
Iang Darmawanas Gofar

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When was The Raid released, and what is its release date in the Philippines?: The Raid was first released on March 22, 2012. A Philippine-specific release date is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026.
Where can I watch The Raid in the Philippines?: Streaming options for the Philippines are not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of October 24, 2026. Availability can change, so check this page again later.
Who is in the cast of The Raid?: Iko Uwais stars as Rama. He is joined by Joe Taslim (Jaka), Donny Alamsyah (Andi), Yayan Ruhian (Mad Dog), Pierre Gruno (Wahyu), Ray Sahetapy (Tama), Tegar Satrya (Bowo), Iang Darmawan (Gofar), Eka 'Piranha' Rahmadia (Dagu) and Verdi Solaiman (Budi).
What is the plot of The Raid?: An elite SWAT team raids a Jakarta tenement controlled by a ruthless crime boss. Once the residents learn the police are inside, the team is trapped and must fight its way up through the building.
How long is The Raid, and what language is it in?: The film runs 101 minutes. It is an Indonesian-language production directed and written by Gareth Evans.

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